J. Briggs Cormier works directly with Arts and Sciences Marketing and Communications and chair of the department to support marketing, communications, recruiting, and event planning needs. He manages, maintains, and develops content for the department’s website and social media channels; partners to develop print publications, promotional materials, and advertising; supports recruiting events and initiatives; plans and executes special events and serves as the department’s advancement (development and alumni relations) liaison.

Cormier is a recipient of the university's highest award recognizing diversity efforts--the Distinguished Diversity Enhancement Award. He has also received the Director's Award from the Multicultural Center and a Commendation for Service and Leadership from the University Senate.

He also is an adjunct assistant professor in the department, teaching courses and directing in the season as needed. His most recent production, The Seagull (Autumn 2021), was the department's first onstage performance with an audience after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down production in spring of 2020.